Cuisinart CB-18 manuale d’uso

S MART P OWER B ASICS ™ 18-S PEED B LENDER INSTRUCTION AND RECIPE BOOKLET For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using. CB-18 Series 02CU13208 CB-18 Series IB 9/18/02 11:59 AM Page 1[...]

2 IMPOR T ANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 2. T o protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put motor base of blender in water or other liquid. 3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used [...]

3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart ® SmartPower Basics ™ 18-Speed Blender on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking. 2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top of corrugated insert. Next remove the top corrugated insert. 3. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside. 4. Remov[...]

4 FEATURES AND BENEFITS 1. Cover Just press on. Tightfitting seal resists leakage. 2. 2-oz. Measured Pour Lid Allows you to measure and add ingredients with- out removing the cover. 3. 48-oz. Glass Jar with Dripless Pour Spout Has a unique, sturdy, widemouth design and a dripless pour spout for no- mess pouring. 4. Leak-proof Rubber Gasket (not sho[...]

5 HELPFUL REMINDERS • Once the cover is in position, additional ingredients can be added during blending by simply lifting the measured pour lid, adding ingredients, and replacing the measured pour lid. • Cover should always be in place while the unit is on. • W arning: Do not place blender jar onto base while motor is running. • Do not twi[...]

6 3. T O START BLENDING: Choose a speed for blending your ingredients. Press the ON button for continuous blending. The LED light will illuminate when the blender is on. 4. T O STOP BLENDING: T o stop the blending process, push the OFF button. 5. PULSE MODE: The pulse mode allows you to create a burst of power for quick, efficient blending. T o use[...]

7 water or other liquid, or place in a dishwasher . T ip: Y ou may wish to clean your blender cutting assembly as follows: Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar and fill halfway with warm water. Run on Speed 10 for 30 seconds, or as needed. Repeat, using clean tap water. Empty blender jar and carefully disassemble p[...]

8 RECIPE TIPS Blender Tips – The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as well as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and family . Thanks to the superior Ice Crushing power of the SmartPower Basics ™ Electronic Blender, you’ll also be able to make delicious frozen drinks. Chopping Nuts : P[...]

9 RECIPES Before starting any of these or your own recipes, make sure the Cuisinart ® Smart Power Basics™ Blender is properly assembled. Follow the assembly directions on page 4 of this instruction booklet for correct blender assembly procedure. Nutritional information is based on number of servings indicated. If a recipe produces a range of ser[...]

10 1 cup orange, apple or other fruit juice 1 cup soy milk/beverage 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 cup silken tofu, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 cups frozen strawberries (do not thaw) Place all ingredients in blender jar in order listed. Set on Speed 18 and blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 seconds. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Nutritional i[...]

11 MOCHA FRAPPÉ Why go out for special coffee drinks when you can prepare them easily at home in your Cuisinart ® Blender . Makes 2 servings 8 ounces espresso or double strength coffee, chilled * 1/4 cup chocolate sauce 2 tablespoons flavored syrup – vanilla, hazelnut, almond, raspberry , etc. 15 ice cubes Place all ingredients in blender jar i[...]

12 each (zest of 1/2 lemon), bitter white pith removed, cut in 1/2 - inch pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons cumin 1 tablespoon herbs de Provence or Mediterranean herb blend 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 4 – 6 tablespoons water 1 can (19 ounces) chick peas, drained, rinsed and drained again 3 tablespoons tahini paste 1/4 teaspoon hot sau[...]

13 6 green onions, trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 4 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, cut into 1-inch pieces 3 tablespoons sher r y vinegar – or – lemon juice 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Place garlic in blender jar; cover jar. Set on Speed 14; Pulse to chop garlic, 10 times. Add 1 cup tomato juice/vegetabl[...]

14 Makes six servings 2 medium leeks, white and tender green only, sliced horizontally and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 small (3-4 ounce) onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1/4 teaspoon thyme 2 medium russet potatoes (about 3/4-pound total), peeled, cut into 1-inch slices 1-1/2 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken or[...]

15 1/2 slice white or wheat bread (1/2 ounce) cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1/2 teaspoon dry basil 4 large eggs 2 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, packed (about 2-1/2 ounces), washed & dried 3 cups lowfat ricotta cheese 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black or white pepper Preheat oven to 350° F. Use a pastry brush to coat a 10-i[...]

16 slow, steady stream, taking about 20 sec - onds, then blend for 20 seconds longer until completely emulsified. Y ou may change the Basic Vinaigrette by changing the flavor of the vinegar, mustar d or oil. T r y using fresh lemon juice and a little honey for a honey-mustard vinaigrette. Add fresh herbs, sun-dried tomatoes, or pesto for other flav[...]

17 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (mild in flavor) 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 2/3 cup flavorless vegetable oil Place egg substitute, vinegar, olive oil, dr y mustard, pepper and salt in the blender jar . Cover blender jar. Set on Speed 12. Turn blender on and blend for about 5 seconds. W it[...]

18 Place the eggs and remaining ingredients in the blender jar in the order listed; cover the blender jar. Set on Speed 6 and blend until smooth, about 10 to 15 seconds. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared cookie crust. Bake in the preheated 350° F oven for 55 to 60 minutes. Center of the pie may appear slightly jiggly – it will continue [...]

19 LIMITED THREE-YEAR W ARRANTY This warranty supersedes all previous warranties on Cuisinart ® SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed Series Electronic Blenders. This warranty is available to consumers only . Y ou are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ® SmartPower Basics™ 18-Speed Series Electronic Blender that was purchased at retail for personal, fam[...]

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